Running back Javorius Allen has really taken off for the Trojans as of late.

Through 10 games, the sophomore has rushed for 699 yards and 12 touchdowns on 108 carries. That includes topping the century mark in four of the last five games while finding the end zone 10 times during that span.

Allen has given a significant boost to a USC offense that began the season without much firepower on offense.

Against the Bulldogs, expect that run to continue.

Thus far, the team ranks No. 41 against the pass (147.7 YPG). But although Fresno State may allow just 3.7 yards per carry, the team has already given up 20 rushing touchdowns this season.

Through 13 games, the sophomore has rushed for 1,555 yards and 11 touchdowns on 261 carries. Furthermore, he has topped the century mark in nine of the team’s 10 wins while being held under 100 yards in all three of Bowling Green’s losses.

If that’s the case, the team should feel confident going into the matchup against the Panthers.

Thus far, the team ranks No. 61 against the run (160.6 YPG). Pittsburgh has given up 19 touchdowns on the ground while conceding a generous 4.3 yards per carry.

Expect Greene to have another monster game for the Falcons.

And if the trend continues, that should mean another win for the team.

QB Brendon Kay (Cincinnati)

Quarterback Brendon Kay has been a large reason for the Bearcats’ second-half surge.

Through 12 games, the senior threw for 3,121 yards, 22 touchdowns and 11 interceptions on 68.6 percent passing. He also added another 152 yards and six scores on 64 carries.

With Kay under center, Cincinnati wrapped up its season winning six of its last seven games.

Against the Tar Heels, Kay should continue his hot hand.

Thus far, the team ranks No. 51 against the pass (224.0 YPG). North Carolina has given up 16 passing touchdowns and allows opposing quarterbacks to complete a little more than 57 percent of their passes.

RB De'Anthony Thomas (Oregon)

Ever since returning from injury, running back De’Anthony Thomas has been in a funk.

In eight games this season, the junior has rushed for 581 yards and eight touchdowns on 93 carries. But after topping 100 yards and finding the end zone multiple times during the Ducks’ first two games of the season, Thomas hasn’t accomplish the feat since.

Luckily, the Longhorns run defense could help turn things around.

Thus far, the unit ranks No. 81 against the run (180.3 YPG). Texas has given up 21 rushing touchdowns and concedes a generous 4.3 yards per carry.

If you recall, this is the same team that was gashed for 550 yards on the ground by BYU back in Week 2.

RB Andre Williams (Boston College)

No other running back has had quite the season Andre Williams has had.

Through 12 games, the senior has piled up 2,102 yards and 17 touchdowns on 329 carries. That includes rushing for an impressive total of 1,063 yards and eight scores during a four-game stretch from Nov. 2 to Nov. 23.

Against the Wildcats, expect to see Williams running free once again.

Thus far, the team ranks No. 71 against the run (169.8 YPG). Arizona has given up 16 rushing touchdowns and concedes a little more than 4.1 yards per carry.

Don’t be fooled, Andre Williams isn’t the only top running back to be featured in this matchup. The Wildcats have a pretty good one of their own in Ka’Deem Carey.

Thus far, the junior has been excellent, rushing for 1,716 yards and 17 touchdowns on 322 carries. Most impressively, he has topped 110 yards in all 11 games he’s played in this season.

Furthermore, Carey has found the end zone in all but two of those games.

That could be a problem for the Eagles.

Although the team ranks No. 50 against the run (152.1 YPG) and concedes just 3.9 yards per carry, Boston College has been gashed for 16 rushing touchdowns this season. Besides, Carey has had success no matter how tough the opposition is.

Arizona may not win this bowl game, but Carey is guaranteed to put up numbers.

Through 13 games, the sophomore threw for 2,423 yards, 20 touchdowns and five interceptions on 58.4 percent passing. The fact that he failed to complete 60 percent of his passes or better in eight games this season didn’t do him any favors.

However, when it mattered most, Cook was more than up to the task.

Last weekend, he threw for a career-high 304 yards, three touchdowns and an interception on 24-of-40 passing to help the Spartans toss aside Ohio State, 34-24, in the Big Ten title game.

Look for Cook to continue his hot hand against the questionable secondary of the Cardinal.

Thus far, the unit ranks No. 92 against the pass (247.8 YPG). The Cardinal have given up 20 touchdown passes and have allowed opposing quarterbacks to complete 62.2 percent of their passes.

There’s no doubt the Tigers have been a better team with quarterback James Franklin under center.

In nine games, the senior has thrown for 2,255 yards, 19 touchdowns and five interceptions on 65.6 percent passing. He’s also added another 474 yards and four touchdowns on 106 carries.

Franklin’s dual-threat ability has made him really difficult to defend.

At a quick glance, the Cowboys defense doesn’t seem capable of slowing him down.

Thus far, the unit ranks No. 89 against the pass (245.6 YPG). Oklahoma State has allowed 15 passing touchdowns on the year and most recently conceded a game-winning touchdown drive from Oklahoma’s inconsistent quarterback, Blake Bell, last weekend.

There’s arguably not a better big-play receiver in the nation than Sammy Watkins.

Through 12 games, the junior has caught 85 passes for 1,237 yards and 10 touchdowns. Furthermore, he’s brought in a touchdown pass of 40 yards or more in seven games this year.

That is bad news for a Buckeyes secondary that has been susceptible to the pass.

Thus far, the unit ranks No. 104 in the category (259.5 YPG). Ohio State has given up 26 passing touchdowns and has allowed opposing quarterbacks to complete a little more than 60 percent of their passes.

It wouldn’t be surprising to see Tigers quarterback Tajh Boyd connect with Watkins for two or more big bombs during the game.

QB John O'Korn (Houston)

In his first collegiate season, quarterback John O’Korn has been pretty impressive.

Through 12 games, the freshman has thrown for 2,889 yards, 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions on 59.9 percent passing. Most impressively, he’s also gone eight contests without throwing an interception.

O’Korn could create some problems for the Commodores’ secondary.

Although the unit ranks No. 20 against the pass (204.3 YPG), Vanderbilt has given up 16 passing touchdowns on the year. Furthermore, the team has allowed opposing quarterbacks to complete 62.8 percent of their passes.